5min chapter

In Moscow's Shadows cover image

In Moscow's Shadows 157: No Crime and Much Punishment: the Gershkovich Case and recent books on Russia's prisons

In Moscow's Shadows

CHAPTER

Inside the Russian Penal System

This chapter explores the intricate dynamics of detainee transfers in the Russian prison system, particularly focusing on a journalist wrongfully accused of espionage. It highlights the implications for the detainee's visibility and well-being, alongside a discussion of related literature that contextualizes political maneuvering and incarceration in Russia.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode